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Betye Saar — The Long Memory
Betye Saar

The Long Memory

Betye Saar's 'The Long Memory' is a color screenprint on heavy wove paper addressing themes of historical memory and cultural identity. The work exemplifies Saar's powerful use of printmaking in service of socially conscious artistic practice.

Medium
Screenprint in colors, on heavy wove paper, the full sheet.
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Auction House · Phillips

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April 19, 2022

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Betye Saar, The Long Memory

Betye Saar's 'The Long Memory' is a color screenprint on heavy wove paper addressing themes of historical memory and cultural identity. The work exemplifies Saar's powerful use of printmaking in service of socially conscious artistic practice.

Medium
Screenprint in colors, on heavy wove paper, the full sheet.
Seen at
Phillips, New York, London, Hong Kong

Related themes

Bold, Political, American, Mixed Media, Expressive, African American, Screenprint, Colorful, Abstract, Contemporary

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